“Each woman, unknown to the others, describes a similar pattern of deviant sexual behaviour. The chances of any of them making up such similar accusations in the absence of knowing each other is absurd.”

Rolf Harris – Operation Yewtree

In response to the Jimmy Savile sexual abuse scandal, the Metropolitan Police set up Operation Yewtree in October 2012. The ongoing investigation aims to seek out historic child sex offenders.

On March 28 2013, Rolf Harris was arrested in Berkshire as part of Operation Yewtree. Harris became the 10th high profile figure to be arrested under Yewtree. There are 17 known arrests in total.

Other notable names connected with Yewtree include entertainer Gary Glitter, who currently awaits trial, and publicist Max Clifford, who was sentenced in May to eight years in prison on eight counts of indecent assault.

Further allegations of sexual abuse against Rolf Harris

The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) reports that 13 potential victims of Rolf Harris have contacted the charity’s helpline.

John Cameron, head of Child Protection at the NSPCC, said:

“With the publications of high profile convictions of individuals, I think the good news story out this, is that people will come further in increasing numbers to report abuse.”

If you have had experience of sexual abuse, and you would like confidential and pro-active advice about bringing those responsible to justice, contact Hampson Hughes Solicitors today on 0800 888 6888 or email claims@hampsonhughes.com